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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:31 PM EST

Hi Everyone! Heidi here in PA, USA! Say hello if you are here tonight to chat Early Years! #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:33 PM EST

I am here reading and catching up on the news of the day! Just shout out if you are swinging by tonight! :) #kinderchat

EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:37 PM EST

Evening Heidi :) #Kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:37 PM EST

hi Heidi sorry I'm late! I've been exercising trying to get slim for Xmas so I can get fatter again hahah!!! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:37 PM EST

Hi There! How are you tonight?! #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:38 PM EST

not bad thank you! How are you? #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:38 PM EST

haaa very nice!! :) Good plan! What are you doing for exercise? I've been on a pilates kick myself- feels great! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:38 PM EST

Ok over here! Well, not ok but coping! :) You? #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:39 PM EST

What's up? #Kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 3:39 PM EST

Hello from Yorkshire! Where in PA are you, I have family there? #Kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:40 PM EST

I have a cross trainer in my loft so I try to do that most nights I need a good programme to watch so I forget #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:40 PM EST

Oh well we had an election and it turned out very poorly #Kinderchat Have been literally sick about it!

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:40 PM EST

hey how are you I haven't spoken to you in ages! #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:41 PM EST

Oh dear :( #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:41 PM EST

I am just outside of Philadelphia! Where is your family from?! #Kinderchat Also hello! :)

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:41 PM EST

Hey Lyndsey! Great to see you :) All busy here but good. How are you? #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:41 PM EST

It's been a bit eh?! :0 Good to see everyone again! :) #KInderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:42 PM EST

i@ good very busy too there's not enough time ever!!! #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:43 PM EST

Agreed! I'm moving in a week and also have 2 assignments and an exam to prepare for!! Eeek! #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:43 PM EST

Yes! Busy is nice! :) But I can't wait for Thanksgiving Break! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:44 PM EST

Oh moving is so hard!! Are you going far? #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:44 PM EST

So Heidi how are you doing what's the chat after the election. #kinderchat

sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 3:44 PM EST

Uncle from UK but married his penpal and moved to Harrisburg in early 90s. US citizen now #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:44 PM EST

I am coping. It is very very difficult. #kinderchat

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MrsFoggins Nov 14 @ 3:45 PM EST

Evening all. Dropping in and out tonight in between painting plates for the Christmas fair! (Don't ask!) #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:46 PM EST

Oh wow that is cool! Penpal! :) I had some in 7th and 8th grade! Remember those?! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:46 PM EST

Hello!!! :) #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:47 PM EST

oh wow good luck! #Kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:47 PM EST

moving about 30 miles south :) #Kinderchat

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MrsFoggins Nov 14 @ 3:47 PM EST

We've all been watching the elections from afar @hechternacht - more than a tad worried :-/ #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:48 PM EST

yes I can imagine keep smiling. 🤗#kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:48 PM EST

Everyone is it seems. Audible crying among the faculty. #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:49 PM EST

We are talking about it at tonight's NAmerican chat. About how we are addressing the children's fears or aggressions #kinderchat

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MrsFoggins Nov 14 @ 3:50 PM EST

It's a tricky one . . . #Kinderchat

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early_learner Nov 14 @ 3:50 PM EST

#kinderchat #childcarehour hi, got some time to chat tonight 😀

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:51 PM EST

Hello! Welcome! #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:51 PM EST

how have the children been. I've seen some bits from kids in America and it's so sad #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:52 PM EST

hi how are you #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:52 PM EST

Were there any reactions from children over there to US election or the recent Brexit? #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:52 PM EST

Haha, you're doing great! Do you know about #kinderchat that's happening right now? It's another great chat :)

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MrsFoggins Nov 14 @ 3:53 PM EST

plenty of ranting incredulous reaction from the three ranting teenagers in my house ;-) #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:53 PM EST

There's a strange quiet. I think they know many adults are upset. They are being extra good. #kinderchat

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sewilkie Nov 14 @ 3:53 PM EST

Problem finding & solving, solution generating, idea design, testing & redesign - Yes, even #Kindergarten #Kinderchat #lifelonglearning

k_maksymec Nov 14 @ 3:22 PM EST

Kinders built monsters and then designed solutions that allowed them to play outside and out of the sun! #d25makes

early_learner Nov 14 @ 3:53 PM EST

sorry to hear about your election results #kinderchat just keep being kind and positive

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 3:53 PM EST

something chn might not experience now. My two chat on Minecraft and I hate the lack of control, #kinderchat We're off topic..

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:53 PM EST

Such a hard thing for chn to understand :( #Kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:53 PM EST

some of my schoolies know about it they all said trump is bad as he's a racist. Their words. #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:53 PM EST

Thank you- yes- very very difficult to find the path back. It's devastating. #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 3:54 PM EST

Out of the mouths of babes!! Do they really understand though or does it come from parents? #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:54 PM EST

didn't really hear much after Brexit but I know in England it may be different. #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:54 PM EST

amazing how this has traveled around the world- so many kids say that. Have heard from Australia, Canada #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:55 PM EST

aww they are very good at sensing change and worry #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:55 PM EST

haaa- well it's a loose topic tonight! Sharing how to tackle difficult subjects w young children. #kinderchat

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early_learner Nov 14 @ 3:56 PM EST

I'm well. We have my daughter & family staying until they get a new house, so busy! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:56 PM EST

Yes- it's very sweet how they do. RT @LyndseyJF @hechternacht @MrsFoggins aww they are very good at sensing change and worry #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:56 PM EST

Oh that sounds fun! #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:57 PM EST

I do think it comes from parents however I think they know that he's a horrible man with horrible ideas #kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 3:57 PM EST

I'm terrible and skirt round the issue.In reality chn deal with things a lot easier than adults perceive they will #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:57 PM EST

So let's talk about how you tackle difficult, complex topics w young children. Their fears, worries, anxieties... #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:58 PM EST

lovely! It's nice having family over #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:58 PM EST

I do wait until THEY have brought it up #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:58 PM EST

Until I hear it talked about in the room, I don't say anything. It's their initiative. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 3:59 PM EST

agree children are very resilient. And are able to make sense of things far beyond their years #kinderchat

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kim_benham Nov 14 @ 3:59 PM EST

After 9/11 we set up small world with building blocks, aeroplanes etc. Can had seen the news and were supported through play #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 3:59 PM EST

Yes! Very much so. I think of children in terrible situations still playing, running, laughing #kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:00 PM EST

oh yes, I'd never raise something. Guess books are helpful if you know a situation exists i.e.illness/death #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:00 PM EST

Yes! I was teaching 4 year olds then and they kept building towers and crashing them w planes #kinderchat

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kim_benham Nov 14 @ 4:00 PM EST

Set up play to reflect circumstances. Help can express themselves #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 4:00 PM EST

it's best to be honest and explain your worries about the subject they may have some wise unexpected words #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:00 PM EST

Such a good idea. Allow them to make sense of it in their own way #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:01 PM EST

They would also put their backpacks on and pretend to be rescue workers. #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:01 PM EST

RT @LyndseyJF it's best to be honest and explain your worries about the subject they may have some wise unexpected words #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:01 PM EST

RT @kim_benham Set up play to reflect circumstances. Help can express themselves #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:01 PM EST

Important to try to be objective as well. Not always easy! #Kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:01 PM EST

giving them time to role play/act out the scenario in their play too. Tell chn in their language. Don't overthink '#kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:02 PM EST

RT @sarahearlyyears giving them time to role play/act out scenario in play too. Tell chn in their language. Don't overthink '#kinderchat

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early_learner Nov 14 @ 4:02 PM EST

#kinderchat depends on age/stage I'v said "I heard such n such happened, how did that make you feel?" Or just cuddled!

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:02 PM EST

This is so crucial! Not telling too much but enough for them to understand and learn wo scaring them! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:03 PM EST

Yes! This is a big one "some people think a, others think b" for example we were talking to (1/2) #kinderchat

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MsGordonSES Nov 14 @ 4:03 PM EST

This kiddo ROCKED his CGI word problem today! Check out his organization and labeling! #proudteacher #mathematician #Kinderchat

MsGordonSES Nov 14 @ 4:04 PM EST

This kiddo ROCKED his CGI word problem today! Check out his organization and labeling! #proudteacher #mathematician #Kinderchat #GordonSES

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:04 PM EST

kids online that didn't celebrate Christmas. My class, "they aren't Grinches" difference bt #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:04 PM EST

Grinches (who didn't like Christmas) to theology! #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:05 PM EST

that's it. Encouraging chn to question things and find out about them in an appropriate way #Kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:05 PM EST

I remember 9/11 and boys building towers and hitting w planes.Saw tv and parents explained enough about 'bad men' #kinderchat

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MrsFoggins Nov 14 @ 4:05 PM EST

Honesty, clarity, factual discussion. Allow chn to ask Qs, say how they're feeling, & come back to it.#kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:05 PM EST

didn't last long as interest shifted but that was how they played it out in their minds #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:06 PM EST

Absolutely! I told kids afraid Trump would take their parents, "Its the grown ups job to worry, kids job to learn" #kinderchat

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kim_benham Nov 14 @ 4:06 PM EST

Some good books by @janeparenting2 on amazon. Chin stories with advice for practitioners. Heard her speak last week. Inspiring! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:06 PM EST

RT @MrsFoggins Honesty, clarity, factual discussion. Allow chn to ask Qs, say how they're feeling, & come back to it.#kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:07 PM EST

I love how we can get so deep into something one minute then boom! We're back to 5 years old :) #kinderchat

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kim_benham Nov 14 @ 4:09 PM EST

Croydon tram crash near us last week. 7 dead😥 #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Nov 14 @ 4:09 PM EST

yes and that's what makes me smile their emotions are never predictable! #kinderchat

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early_learner Nov 14 @ 4:09 PM EST

My grandaughter saw her little dog killed by a car when she was 3. She still has to talk about it. It's giving that permission. #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:09 PM EST

How do you see children's anxious or angry feelings manifest as behavior? What types of behaviors? #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:10 PM EST

Oh no!! I did hear about that :( #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:10 PM EST

I had a girl whose Grandad died. She wanted to talk about it all of the time. It was tricky but she needed it #Kinderchat

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MrsWeber207 Nov 14 @ 4:10 PM EST

We tested out VR today with #GoogleCardboard! #VirtualReality #edtechchat #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:10 PM EST

Awful!! Poor thing! #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:11 PM EST

I've seen chn become quiet and withdrawn when they're worrying. You need to give them time to process #Kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:12 PM EST

we've got one angry boy who stands are roars and another who has 20 minute meltdowns over the wrong colour cup #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:12 PM EST

What ways can we help children process fear and anxiety? #kinderchat

early_learner Nov 14 @ 4:12 PM EST

it was, but she's ok, because we grieved together and comforted each other #kinderchat #resilience

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kim_benham Nov 14 @ 4:12 PM EST

Need extra support. May be restless, unsettled. Need more 1-1 #kinderchat

sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:13 PM EST

and the last thing they need is an interfering 'asking' adult. You are there. They will find you #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:13 PM EST

the roar sounds like a good one! ROOOOAAARRR! :) #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:13 PM EST

RT @kim_benham Need extra support. May be restless, unsettled. Need more 1-1 #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:13 PM EST

Addressing the issues in indirect ways e.g. through stories/ play etc #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:13 PM EST

RT @EarlyYearsIdeas @hechternacht Addressing the issues in indirect ways e.g. through stories/ play etc #Kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:14 PM EST

that's right. Make yourself available but don't be pestering them #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:14 PM EST

huge! I think the most effective!! They totally get it--- and LOVE it #kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:14 PM EST

don't lie. Tell them enough. Work with parents to use the same words/phrases/language to avoid mixed messages #Kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:15 PM EST

really important. The last thing we want is to add another layer of confusion and worry #Kinderchat

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kim_benham Nov 14 @ 4:15 PM EST

African drums to beat with you hands can be therapeutic, musical and fun. Releases energy positively and can creat calm. #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:15 PM EST

The story (I use puppets) can model "fixing" the problem or talking a puppet through how to cope w emotion #kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:15 PM EST

we all need that, don't we?!. Mum feels awkward as other parents dropping off. Working with her on best strategy #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:16 PM EST

Music is excellent!! And good for the teacher too! When about to pop- SING! :) #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:16 PM EST

yes! and can also help to give them the words to explain their feelings #kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:17 PM EST

esp around death - using heaven/stars etc as answer to q's. V personal to each family #kinderchat

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kim_benham Nov 14 @ 4:17 PM EST

Isn't there a saying...you can't worry while you sing?? #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:17 PM EST

Yes! A feelings unit is essential! #KInderchat As well as ongoing, everyday help to process, verbalize

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:18 PM EST

That's something I had to talk a lot to parents of girl about her grandad as they were religious #Kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:18 PM EST

I learned that lang about feelings and emotions is the last to develop. Really important to support this #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:18 PM EST

If there wasn't there sure should be now!! Great!! :) #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:19 PM EST

RT @EarlyYearsIdeas I learned that lang about feelings and emotions is the last to develop. Really important to support this #Kinderchat

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early_learner Nov 14 @ 4:19 PM EST

@LyndseyJF #kinderchat nite all, my peace has been shattered! Talk soon 😉

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:19 PM EST

Oh no!! :) Goodnight! #kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:20 PM EST

vital to have respect to parent's wishes to offer support and be consistent too, for the child #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:20 PM EST

#Kinderchat RT @St006C What books might you read?

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St006C Nov 14 @ 4:18 PM EST

what books might you read?
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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:22 PM EST

Heres a great little page with loads of chns books on the topic of death https://t.co/B9irYKaEdr #Kinderchat

kim_benham Nov 14 @ 4:22 PM EST

#kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:22 PM EST

Was looking at our library- I thought we had a list but no! #KInderchat

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kim_benham Nov 14 @ 4:23 PM EST

#kinderchat This worked well

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:23 PM EST

RT @EarlyYearsIdeas Heres a great little page w loads of chns books on the topic of death https://t.co/yDG5YGDPr6 #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:24 PM EST

Very nice! Perfect little check-in! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:25 PM EST

Ok friends- share any final thoughts! We are finishing up for tonight :) #KInderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:25 PM EST

I am falling asleep! Maybe will finally catch up after sleepless nights! :) #KInderchat

MrsFoggins Nov 14 @ 4:25 PM EST

All our classes have an emotional register. Chn self register & choose from a range of feelings. 1/2 #kinderchat

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MrsFoggins Nov 14 @ 4:26 PM EST

Feelings words are explained and develop in complexity as chn go through sch. Older chn even do in Spanish! #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:27 PM EST

Thanks to each one of you! Next week we talk "Festive Loose Parts" w @LyndseyJF @CiarnaC Fabulous!! #Kinderchat Hope to see you!

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EarlyYearsIdeas Nov 14 @ 4:27 PM EST

Look forward to it :) Take care #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:27 PM EST

Nice! RT @MrsFoggins Feelings words are explained and develop in complexity as chn go through sch. Older chn even do in Spanish! #kinderchat

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sarahearlyyears Nov 14 @ 4:28 PM EST

interesting topic tonight - nice to discuss emotions rather than 'education' topics. Have a good week #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:28 PM EST

You too Sarah! :) Thanks for coming! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:28 PM EST

Goodnight! Great to see you tonight! :) #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Nov 14 @ 4:29 PM EST

Thanks for your great links Kim! Goodnight! #kinderchat

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MrsFoggins Nov 14 @ 4:29 PM EST

Night! Good to see you too. So impressed I remembered! #kinderchat

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